Kirkland & Ellis announced today that Satyen Dhana has joined the Firm’s Antitrust & Competition Group as a partner. Based in the London office, Mr. Dhana advises clients on antitrust, foreign investment and sector regulation. “Satyen is a leading antitrust lawyer who has advised a range of clients through complex merger control, investigation and litigation matters,” said Jon A. Ballis, Chairman of Kirkland’s Executive Committee. “We’re excited to add another very talented partner in Europe to support our growing business.” Mr. Dhana’s practice spans UK and European Union antitrust matters, including merger control, antitrust investigations and antitrust litigation. “Satyen’s senior-level experience enhances our ability to deliver strategically important antitrust advice to our private equity and financial sponsor clients and their portfolios,” said Matthew Elliott, member of Kirkland’s Executive Committee and corporate partner. “His broad coverage of UK and EU antitrust issues supports our diverse client base and provides additional bench strength to our London and Brussels teams.” Mr. Dhana is recognized as a leading lawyer in Chambers and Legal 500 UK. He was previously a partner at Simmons & Simmons.